A study conducted by the University of Toronto at Unity Health Toronto has shown significant life expectancy benefits for individuals who quit smoking, with effects…
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This artist’s impression shows how hot, brilliant and high-mass stars evolve. The more massive brighter star expands first, until the outer layers start to strongly…
Researchers at the University of Toronto have discovered over 100 genes that uniquely evolved in the human brain, providing insight into our cognitive abilities. This…
Canadian regulations on muscle-building supplements show gaps, risking youth health. Authors propose stricter testing, sales restrictions, and enhanced recall powers for Health Canada. A recent…
A recent study suggests that older Americans (65 years and older) residing in warmer regions have a higher risk of serious vision impairment compared to…
A young woman developed lead toxicity after consuming Ayurvedic medicines for over a year, initially presenting with nonspecific symptoms like abdominal pain and anemia. After…
Screen time refers to the amount of time individuals spend using electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers. In recent years, the prevalence of…
Drosophila that represents one of the models of neurodegeneration used in the lab to screen for things (both chemically and genetically) that regulate mitophagy. Credit:…
The search for extraterrestrial life has been a topic of scientific inquiry and public fascination for decades. Scientists use various methods, such as studying other…
The Ultracold Atoms Lab at the University of Toronto. Credit: Jo-Anne McArthur This outcome represents an initial, small step in comprehending natural quantum systems and…
The research found that while there are strategies, such as distancing oneself from political news, that can aid in managing negative emotions, these same strategies…
Schizophrenia is a severe mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels and behaves. People with schizophrenia may experience hallucinations, delusions, disordered thinking, and…
Traffic accidents are a leading cause of death and injury worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around 1.35 million people die each year…
Ancient seawater pockets trapped in an iron pyrite framboid, shown here, offer a new source of clues to climate change in vanished oceans and our…
According to a new study published in the journal Personal Relationships, people’s individual attachment styles correspond with the lyrics of their favorite songs. What can…
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental disorder that affects how a person communicates and interacts with others, as well as how they perceive…
Honey is a sweet, thick liquid made by bees using the nectar of flowers. It is commonly used as a natural sweetener in foods and…
A new study aimed to uncover the key factors that contribute to successful or optimal aging by following more than 7,000 middle-aged and older Canadians…
Thousands of galaxies flood this near-infrared, high-resolution image of galaxy cluster SMACS 0723. Credit: NASA, ESA, CSA, STScI A team of astronomers used the James…
Electroconvulsive therapy is a psychiatric treatment that involves electrically inducing a generalized seizure to treat mental disorders. Electroshock therapy, which is unfavorably depicted in movies…